Des nôtres : une analyse des besoins des personnes LGBTQ2S d’expression française du Manitoba
This resource is available in French only.
Intersectional issues affecting health and complete development
French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in a minority language context, encounter intersectional issues particularly in relation to language and to sexual identity or gender. In addition, they are at greater risk of suffering discrimination and stigmatization: homophobia and systemically heteronormative environments. Immersive discrimination and stigmatization can contribute to minority stress and social health inequities, resulting in the deterioration of the individual’s well-being.
Social supports and health supports needed
This report, which analyses the needs of French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ individuals (the “Community”), is a first study of gender in the Canadian West carried out by the LGBTQ+ Collective of Manitoba.
Using a quantitative approach: an online survey of 80 members of the French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ community, the study shows:
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The lack of active community service offerings and health care offerings for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in the French language;
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A significant gap around French language psychological support;
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Double discrimination based on sexual orientation and French language capacity.
Practical approaches to promote health
The needs study analysis has allowed formulation of the following recommendations:
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Continue the needs analysis of under-represented social groups within the French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ population, taking into consideration minors, the elderly, indigenous individuals and racialized individuals.
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Support the fullest community and interpersonal development of French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ community members.
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Improve access to French-language social and healthcare services in a safe and inclusive environment for all 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.
The report brings out the complexity of the needs of French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ individuals living in a minority language context. With a view to promoting health in a minority language context, the report proposes that these needs be taken into consideration in public health practice, in a progressive and ongoing manner.
Use this resource to
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Facilitate dialogue about access to health care by French-speaking 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in a minority language context
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Conduct a needs assessment of community members in the contexts of vulnerability and of minority language living
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Promote access to healthcare in an inclusive and safe environment for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals
Alignment with NCCDH work:
The NCCDH supports the public health community to consider the specific needs of safety, inclusivity and equity of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, particularly those living in a minority language context.
To do this, it is vital that public health organizations understand the intersectional issues encountered by French-speaking 2SLGBTQI+ individuals living in a minority language context.
Accordingly, the NCCDH has published the following resources to support the health of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, intersectionality, and approaches for responding to stigmatization and discrimination.
Webinar: Promoting the rights and health of transgender people as a public health equity priority
Webinar: What are the opportunities to apply intersectionality and transform public health action?
See other resources related to 2SLGBTQI+ health equity.
Reference
Prada, K., De Moissac, D., Gueye, N-R. (2021). DES NÔTRES : une analyse des besoins des personnes LGBTQ2S d’expression française du Manitoba. Collectif LGBTQ* du Manitoba
Tags: Community engagement, 2SLGBTQI+ health, Community Organization, Document, Report / Document